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1h 2mBe Thankful In All Situations - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 25
18mSecrets of the Lord’s Joy - Robert David
Robert David · Oct 11
1h 0mThe Gospel Of The Grace Of God (Part 2) - Living by faith - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Oct 10
1h 12mThe Gospel Of The Grace Of God (Part 1) - Repentance Towards God - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Oct 10
1h 0mThe Way To The Tree Of Life | ஜீவ விருட்சத்திற்கு போகும் வழி | Victor
Victor · Sep 29
10mRealizing Our True Purpose | 3.Our Response to God | Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Sep 15
1h 6mRepentance Is The Key To The King And The Kingdom - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Sep 14
1h 2mThe Holy Spirit Is God’ Seal Of Ownership Upon Our Lives (2 Cor 1:20-22) - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Sep 8
1h 43mA Right Attitude to Correction | ತಿದ್ದುವಿಕೆಗೆ ಸರಿಯಾದ ಮನೋಭಾವ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Aug 18
42mBeware Of A Fake Gospel, A Fake Jesus And A Fake Spirit - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 17
57mBlessed Eyes - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Jul 14
29mThe Two Fold Testimony In Breaking Bread | ರೊಟ್ಟಿ ಮುರಿಯುವಿಕೆಯಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಎರಡು ರೀತಿಯ ಸಾಕ್ಷಿ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 1
1h 2mHardening Of The Heart - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Apr 19
59mKey To The Kingdom - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Apr 4
46mHow Not To Be Judged At The Final Judgment - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
16mThe Two-fold Testimony In Breaking Bread - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 8
1h 0mFollowing Jesus Who Pleased The Father | LIVING A LIFE THAT PLEASES GOD | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 25
1h 10mBeing Saved From A Perverse Generation - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Nov 9
1h 3mThree Stages Of Salvation - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Nov 7
23mEnduring In Love Until The End | 10. Judge What God Exposes In Your Flesh - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 25
57mThe Full Gospel - Zac Poonen (NLF-PA-23 Oct 2022)
Zac Poonen · Oct 25
41mDrinking Deep Of God's Pure Kindness (1 Peter 2:1-3) - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Oct 17
1h 4mStop Sinning - Start Living - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Oct 6
1h 3mBeing Led By The Spirit - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Sep 21
August 5 | Daily Devotion | Idolatry Is Spiritual Adultery | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Zac Poonen teaches that idolatry constitutes spiritual adultery against God, drawing a parallel between unfaithfulness in marriage and unfaithfulness in our devotion to God. The message calls believers to recognize idolatry in their lives and turn from it in repentance to restore their relationship with God.
1h 2mCFC India
Be Thankful In All Situations - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 25, 2023 · 1h 2m
The speaker argues that the descent into sin and unrighteousness begins with a loss of thankfulness to God. Drawing from Romans, he points out that the initial problem described is the failure to give thanks, which leads to apathetic sin, idolatry, and various moral failings. Developing a consistent spirit of gratitude to God and to one's spouse is presented as the crucial first step to maintaining a right relationship with God and improving life at home.
18mCFC India
Secrets of the Lord’s Joy - Robert David
Robert David · Oct 11, 2023 · 18m
The speaker discusses four things God uses to bring joy, starting with true repentance. He emphasizes that repentance is a change of mind and heart, illustrated by the need to ask for forgiveness from parents and others. He also stresses the importance of gratitude towards parents, elders, and God. The second key element for joy is humility, which is marked by submission to authority and a desire to associate and fellowship with others.
1h 0mCFC India
The Gospel Of The Grace Of God (Part 2) - Living by faith - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Oct 10, 2023 · 1h 0m
The gospel of God's grace requires both repentance from sin and faith in Jesus Christ's atoning sacrifice. The speaker emphasizes that faith is the assurance of things hoped for and the conviction of things not seen, citing Habakkuk 2:4 as an Old Testament example. Ultimately, living by faith requires overcoming pride, as pride leads people to believe they do not need God, while true faith leads to knowing God and overcoming the world.
1h 12mCFC India
The Gospel Of The Grace Of God (Part 1) - Repentance Towards God - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Oct 10, 2023 · 1h 12m
The speaker emphasizes that true conversion requires genuine repentance, which is more than just accepting Jesus in one's heart. He warns that if a person's life does not undergo radical, visible change after claiming to be born again, they are likely living under deception. Furthermore, he teaches that repentance and baptism in the Holy Spirit are linked, referencing the early church's practice.
1h 0mCFC India
The Way To The Tree Of Life | ஜீவ விருட்சத்திற்கு போகும் வழி | Victor
Victor · Sep 29, 2023 · 1h 0m
The sermon explains that the way to the Tree of Life, representing eternal life or the likeness of Christ, is guarded by a flaming sword. To partake in this divine nature, one must allow this sword to fall daily upon self-will, lust, selfishness, and pride. The speaker uses the example of the Rich Young Ruler to illustrate that external righteousness is insufficient; one must be willing to carry the cross, which requires renouncing love for self, money, and pleasure.
10mCFC India
Realizing Our True Purpose | 3.Our Response to God | Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Sep 15, 2023 · 10m
The speaker emphasizes that while God has provided the solution to sin through Jesus, receiving that salvation requires a conscious response. This response involves three key actions: honestly admitting sinfulness, repenting by deciding to turn away from sin toward Jesus, and believing in Jesus's ability to save completely. Ultimately, true transformation comes when God replaces our 'stony heart' with a new, clean heart through the indwelling Holy Spirit.
1h 6mCFC India
Repentance Is The Key To The King And The Kingdom - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Sep 14, 2023 · 1h 6m
The central message is that true salvation requires more than just belief or baptism; it demands genuine repentance. The speaker emphasizes that repentance—a deep, agonizing sorrow for sin leading to a desire for forgiveness and a commitment never to sin again—must precede faith. He argues that this foundational understanding of repentance is key to entering the Kingdom of God.
1h 2mCFC India
The Holy Spirit Is God’ Seal Of Ownership Upon Our Lives (2 Cor 1:20-22) - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Sep 8, 2023 · 1h 2m
The sermon emphasizes that the Holy Spirit is God's personal seal of ownership on a believer's life, described as a down payment or guarantee. The speaker stresses that the Holy Spirit is a person of the Trinity, not merely a force, and that receiving this seal is essential for true belonging to God's kingdom. He urges listeners to repent and give due importance to the Holy Spirit's role, referencing biblical accounts like Paul's encounter in Ephesus.
1h 43mCFC India
A Right Attitude to Correction | ತಿದ್ದುವಿಕೆಗೆ ಸರಿಯಾದ ಮನೋಭಾವ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Aug 18, 2023 · 1h 43m
The central message is that receiving correction and discipline from God, whether directly or through others, is a profound sign of His love. The speaker emphasizes that God disciplines those He loves to guide them back to the right path, citing scripture to support this. True repentance involves accepting this correction wholeheartedly, which ultimately leads to spiritual maturity and perfection.
42mCFC India
Beware Of A Fake Gospel, A Fake Jesus And A Fake Spirit - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 17, 2023 · 42m
The speaker emphasizes that the ultimate hope for believers is not merely freedom from earthly suffering, but becoming fully like Christ when he returns. He argues that God permits Satan's temptation, like a gym routine, to build spiritual strength through resistance. The core warning is against accepting a 'fake gospel,' 'fake Jesus,' or 'fake Spirit,' as the devil deceives by presenting alternatives to the pure faith received through repentance and faith.
57mCFC India
Blessed Eyes - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Jul 14, 2023 · 57m
The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual understanding comes from the Holy Spirit, not from human wisdom or intelligence. Drawing from Luke 10, he discusses the authority given to believers over the enemy, but cautions against focusing on power. The central message is that the greatest blessing is having 'blessed eyes' to see the glory of Jesus and the reality of salvation through repentance and faith.
29mCFC India
The Two Fold Testimony In Breaking Bread | ರೊಟ್ಟಿ ಮುರಿಯುವಿಕೆಯಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಎರಡು ರೀತಿಯ ಸಾಕ್ಷಿ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 1, 2023 · 29m
The sermon emphasizes that taking part in the Lord's Table requires a two-fold examination: the vertical relationship with God and the horizontal relationship with fellow believers. For the vertical aspect, one must confess all known sins and seek forgiveness, as taking it lightly can lead to judgment. For the horizontal aspect, participation symbolizes being one body in Christ, requiring active fellowship and commitment to the local church family rather than just visiting for a benefit.
1h 2mCFC India
Hardening Of The Heart - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Apr 19, 2023 · 1h 2m
The speaker discusses the natural human tendency toward sin and the hardening of the heart, tracing this issue from the Fall in Genesis to the current state of mankind. He emphasizes that while God created humanity upright, sin has led people to devise ways to dishonor Him. The core message is that the heart is inherently deceitful and desperately wicked, requiring God's intervention, which is demonstrated by the contrast between those who harden their hearts and those who respond to the truth.
59mCFC India
Key To The Kingdom - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Apr 4, 2023 · 59m
The sermon uses John the Baptist's ministry to illustrate the necessity of repentance, emphasizing that it is a deep, heart-felt turning away from sin, not merely uttering words. John and Jesus both preached that the Kingdom of Heaven is near, which requires a genuine change of heart. True entry into God's Kingdom is reserved for those who are 'poor in spirit,' meaning they recognize their spiritual bankruptcy before God.
46mCFC India
How Not To Be Judged At The Final Judgment - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 46m
The speaker warns that salvation depends on confessing sin as sin, rather than dismissing it as mere weakness, because only sin requires cleansing through repentance and asking for forgiveness. He emphasizes that true spiritual authority comes from quoting scripture, warning against preachers who rely on their own opinions rather than the Bible. Ultimately, he stresses that one must constantly test teachings against scripture to know the mind of God.
16mCFC India
The Two-fold Testimony In Breaking Bread - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 8, 2023 · 16m
The sermon emphasizes that participating in the Lord's Table requires a thorough self-examination concerning both one's relationship with God (vertical) and one's relationship with fellow believers (horizontal). Self-examination means confessing sins to God and making amends with others; the horizontal aspect signifies commitment and fellowship within the local church body. Taking part lightly, either by neglecting personal confession or by lacking commitment to the community, risks spiritual judgment.
1h 0mCFC India
Following Jesus Who Pleased The Father | LIVING A LIFE THAT PLEASES GOD | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 25, 2022 · 1h 0m
The central message is that a truly Christian life must be centered on God, representing a 180-degree turn away from self-centeredness. True repentance is not merely giving up bad habits but shifting one's focus entirely to God. Furthermore, the sermon emphasizes that while salvation is secured by the foundation laid in Christ, the quality of one's daily works—whether they are 'gold, silver, or precious stones' or 'wood, hay, and straw'—will be tested by fire at the end.
1h 10mCFC India
Being Saved From A Perverse Generation - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Nov 9, 2022 · 1h 10m
The central message is the urgent call to be saved from a 'crooked and perverse generation' by shining as lights in the world. The speaker draws parallels from Peter's sermon in Acts and Jesus' teachings, emphasizing that believers must actively work out their salvation with fear and trembling. This requires a deep understanding of the Gospel message—that Jesus, whom the listeners crucified, is Lord—leading to genuine repentance and baptism.
1h 3mCFC India
Three Stages Of Salvation - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Nov 7, 2022 · 1h 3m
The speaker outlines three stages of salvation: first, being forgiven of past sins through repentance and faith in Christ, which cleanses the slate. Second, this forgiveness is followed by the ongoing process of progressive sanctification, which requires the power of the Holy Spirit to overcome sin in one's daily life. Finally, believers are empowered by the Holy Spirit to live a life of good works, which are the result of salvation, not the means to achieve it.
23mCFC India
Enduring In Love Until The End | 10. Judge What God Exposes In Your Flesh - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 25, 2022 · 23m
To truly live with the 'consuming fire' of God means undergoing a continuous, daily self-judgment and repentance to purge anything unlike Christ from one's flesh. This process of purification is necessary to reflect Christ's image and is a sign of seriousness in following Jesus. The speaker emphasizes that this internal cleansing must precede any outward ministry or church purity.
57mCFC India
The Full Gospel - Zac Poonen (NLF-PA-23 Oct 2022)
Zac Poonen · Oct 25, 2022 · 57m
The central message is that genuine Christian teaching must be rooted in a life that reflects the gospel, warning against hypocrisy where outward knowledge does not match inner reality. The speaker emphasizes that a complete gospel requires both repentance (a turning from sin) and faith (dependence on Christ), comparing this necessity to the two wires needed to complete an electrical circuit. He urges believers to examine their private lives, attitudes, and motives to ensure they align with what they preach.
41mCFC India
Drinking Deep Of God's Pure Kindness (1 Peter 2:1-3) - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Oct 17, 2022 · 41m
The central message encourages believers to continually drink deep of God's pure kindness, as taught by the Holy Spirit, to grow into maturity and holiness. This process requires actively putting aside malice, hypocrisy, envy, and slander, mimicking the state of a newborn baby. The speaker emphasizes that tasting God's kindness—whether at the cross or through restoration—is what leads to a life of continual repentance and growth.
1h 4mCFC India
Stop Sinning - Start Living - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Oct 6, 2022 · 1h 4m
The speaker outlines the biblical narrative involving God, man, and Satan, emphasizing that Satan's goal is always to lead humanity into sin and disobedience. He stresses that the core Christian focus must be on overcoming sin, as this is what requires Christ's sacrifice. Ultimately, the message is a call to resist sin and live in the freedom of forgiveness offered through Jesus Christ.
1h 3mCFC India
Being Led By The Spirit - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Sep 21, 2022 · 1h 3m
The central message is that the Christian life follows a specific, sequential process: first, repentance, which is the foundation; second, baptism; and third, receiving the Holy Spirit. The speaker emphasizes that repentance must precede baptism, citing biblical examples and correcting the teaching that baptism can occur without genuine repentance. Furthermore, he stresses that the Holy Spirit empowers believers to live out their faith and witness to the world, which is an ongoing race, not a single event.